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We Didn't Expect Cartagena to Be This Good

Cruising with D and E
Cruising with D and E
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Creator's Key Takeaways

today we're visiting CIA Columbia and manal tell you it was a fantastic trip fantastic Excursion into the old town

the fort was actually originally built in 1536 the initial Construction in the between 1639 and 1657 they expanded it even more

the NCL crew I can't we just can't say how fabulous they are um we are we're greeted with ice cold water and more importantly ice cold towels

we had a blast it was the 80s um party with DJ Tino so d DJ Tino was playing all kind of good 80s music and man we had that that dance board packed

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Be polite but careful with vendors at excursion sites; say 'no gracias' and they will usually move on.
โœ“Don't assume all restaurants and bars are open when you return from excursions; the main restaurant may be crowded.
โœ“You don't have to dress up in 80s costumes for the themed party; regular clothes are fine.

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Vendors at excursion sites being pushy โ€” Be polite, say 'no gracias', and they will usually leave you alone; it's their only way to make money.
Not knowing if dressing up is required for themed parties โ€” You don't have to dress up; regular clothes are acceptable and most people wear them.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is there to do on a day in Cartagena, Colombia on a Panama Canal cruise?
QHow do excursions work on an NCL cruise?
QWhat is the atmosphere like on the NCL Gem for entertainment and crew service?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4ยฝ Happy BaconExcursions4 Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife4ยฝ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks3ยฝ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconPort Destination4ยฝ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cartagena4ยฝ Happy Bacon
Top: Old Town Tour
Grand Cayman2ยฝ Happy Bacon
Panama Canal4 Happy Bacon
Top: Panama Canal Transit
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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

We recently went on the NCL Gem's 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise. We had an incredible time and had way more fun than expected. The NCL Gem facilities, food and beverage, entertainment, activities, talent, and excursions were all top-notch. In this video, Erin and I give you a good review of Day 5, our second port-of-call, in Cartagena, Columbia. The entire cruise includes 4 at-sea days and 6 port-of-call days, including Georgetown, Grand Cayman, Cartagena, Columbia, the Panama Canal and Colon, Port of Gamboa, and Port of Balboa, Panama, Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, Harvest Caye, Belize, and Cozumel, Mexico. If you want to take a cruise, we highly recommend the NCL Gem and the 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise itinerary. Even at 11 days, we never got bored once, which was our fear. Don't fear it, book it, and enjoy the cruise of a lifetime!! 00:00 Introduction 01:17 Excursion Check-in @Stardust Theatre 01:36 Exiting NCL Gem/On the Excursion Bus 02:55 Traffic Leaving the Port 04:07 San Felipe de Barajas (Old Spanish Fort) 11:11 Old Walled City 12:05 Old Walled City (Las Bovedas Artisans Center) 14:41 Old Walled City (Barrio del Centro) 15:25 Old Walled City (Museo Naval Del Carib) 17:22 Old Walled City (Cathedral of Cartagena) 18:12 Old Walled City (Plaza de San Pedro Claver) 18:51 Old Walled City (Plaza de Bolivar) 19:04 Old Walled City (Spanish Inquisition) 21:41 Old Walled City (Picasso of Cartagena) 24:39 Port Oasis Eco Park (Aviary by the Cartagena Port) 27:26 Reboarding the NCL Gem 29:10 Tip #1: Many restaurants/lounges Closed during Port-of-call) 30:00 NCL Gem Leaving the Cartagena Port 30:13 Panama Canal Lecture (Stardust Theatre) 30:51 Tonia Live at Magnums Lounge 31:30 Quiz Gameshow at Spinnaker's Lounge 32:15 Latin Vibes with Vamos a Gozar at Spinnaker's Lounge 32:48 Learning the Thriller Dance at Spinnaker's Lounge 33:42 80"s Dance Party with DJ Tino at Spinnaker's Lounge (Tip #2) 35:27 On-deck Tomorrow/Recap NCL Gem 11-day Panama Canal Cruise: https://youtu.be/iPyjFSIR1PM NCL Gem's Garden Cafe Buffet: https://youtu.be/UOYmNp2Z9wU NCL Gem's Awesome GLOW Party: https://youtu.be/I5TDGoxyM-A NCL Gem: Inside Cabin Cruise Ship Room Layout: https://youtu.be/Hchr546fvAQ Cruise Room Organization: Accessories You Got To Have: https://youtu.be/-IJWYBofnsI NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 1 Update - Travel and Embarkation: https://youtu.be/ExThQP0d0p0 NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 2 Update - At-Sea Day: https://youtu.be/y9gwREFhMMA NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 3 Update - Grand Cayman Island Excursion: https://youtu.be/kHt78OafozU NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 4 Update - At Sea Day: https://youtu.be/9wkIivV0blk NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 5 Update - Cartagena, Columbia Excursion Day: https://youtu.be/Sqe6ZVCTzaE The Picasso of Cartagena: https://youtu.be/e7lTs23wisw NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 6 Update - Panama Canal: https://youtu.be/Bsb7hmU5dr0 NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 7 Update - Puerto Limon, Costa Rica Excursion Day: https://youtu.be/qCXaXX9oOoo NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 8 Update - At-Sea Day: https://youtu.be/CBD0KnIRoFc NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 9 Update - Harvest Caye, Belize: https://youtu.be/Ky_nxST2d9Q NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 10 Update - Cozumel, Mexico: https://youtu.be/yMcnrBGS1mE NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 11 Update - At-Sea Day: https://youtu.be/V21AewF8Vjs ************** As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Just click on one of the links below and start your shopping. There's never an additional charge and it helps us put more videos out! A link to the accessories we used follows: LOVIMAG Strong Magnetic Hooks, 100LBS Magnet Hooks for Cruise Cabin, Super Powerful Magnets for Cruise Essentials Must Haves, Heavy Duty Magnets for Metal Door, Refrigerator,Ceiling - 6 Pcs: https://amzn.to/4aj2fHD EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter One International Wall Charger AC Plug Adaptor: https://amzn.to/3US356U Cruise Approved Power Strip Non Surge Multi Plug [6 Outlets] 3 USB & 3 AC Outlet: https://amzn.to/3wR7dMj Cruise Lanyard for Cruise Ship Cards [2-Pack]: https://amzn.to/3UWlRK3 BAGAIL 4 Set/6 Set Compression Packing Cubes: https://amzn.to/3QWX0EW Banana Boat Sport Ultra SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion: https://amzn.to/3QWupj0 SALTT Electrolytes Powder Flavored Drink Mix - All The Things Variety - 30 Hydration Packets: https://amzn.to/4aBlcUa Amazon Basics Extension Cord, 13 Amps, 125V, 15 Foot, Black: https://amzn.to/3WONebL Magicteam Sound Machine White Noise Machine: https://amzn.to/3wRgOmj NCL Luggage Tag Holders: https://amzn.to/4aA6ihh